"Roberto Martinez, who has been in international management for nearly a decade, is reportedly open to returning to club football after the 2026 World Cup in North America. Martinez built his reputation in English football with Swansea City before achieving one of the FA Cup's greatest upsets in 2013, when his Wigan Athletic side defeated Manchester City at Wembley."
"Under his leadership, Portugal secured the 2025 UEFA Nations League title, strengthening his reputation as a tactically astute and diplomatic manager capable of handling elite talent. Alongside Martinez, two other prominent names continue to circulate within United's decision-making circles, Julian Nagelsmann and another unnamed manager."
Manchester United is conducting a comprehensive search for a permanent manager following Ruben Amorim's departure in early 2026. Michael Carrick has stabilized the team as interim manager and earned praise for his leadership, but the club's hierarchy under INEOS continues evaluating long-term options. Roberto Martinez, Portugal's national team manager, is a leading candidate and reportedly open to returning to club football after the 2026 World Cup. Martinez has extensive experience in English football with Swansea City and Wigan Athletic, winning the FA Cup in 2013, and has achieved international success including Portugal's 2025 UEFA Nations League title. Julian Nagelsmann and another unnamed manager are also under serious consideration as United prepares for a pivotal summer appointment.
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